The University of Texas women's basketball program has locked in its 2026‑27 slate within the Southeastern Conference, a schedule that promises a blend of marquee home‑and‑home series and challenging road trips.
Fans in Austin will see the Longhorns host powerhouse South Carolina and perennial contender Tennessee, with the added storyline of former transfers Jordan Lee and Aaliyah Moore returning to face their former team.
The Longhorns are also set for a home‑and‑home showdown with Texas A&M, marking the first such series between the in‑state rivals since the 2011‑12 season, a rivalry that has intensified over the past decade.
Traveling will take Texas to LSU in Baton Rouge, to Kentucky in Lexington, and to Oklahoma in Norman, where Zya Vann, who began her collegiate career with the Sooners, will once again step onto the court for the Longhorns.
Coach Vic Schaefer voiced his dissatisfaction with the conference's assignment of South Carolina and LSU as home‑and‑home opponents, arguing that the matchups could affect the team's postseason positioning.
The schedule also reflects the SEC's recent dominance, with both South Carolina and LSU having captured national championships within the last five years, underscoring the competitive landscape the Longhorns will navigate.
Key Matchups to Watch
Overall, the 2026‑27 slate offers a mix of historic rivalries, new storylines and opportunities for Texas to cement its place among the conference's elite.